Anger is an emotional reaction to events or things which happen.  Below are some of the main triggers which can make us angry.

Stress, Frustrations & Disappointment

A frustration is when you try to do something and are blocked or disappointed.  For example, when trying to mend a bicycle puncture and the bike pump breaks.

Annoyances, Irritations & Resentments

These are things that “get on your nerves”.  Examples include:

• someone making a nuisance of themselves
• accidentally breaking something that you like
• tearing an item of clothing
• loud noises or interruptions when you are busy

Abuse

This can be verbal or physical abuse.  Verbal abuse can include name-calling, cursing, and other unkind remarks.  The abuse can be obvious and direct.  Other times it is less obvious like when someone tries to make you feel a fool.  Physical abuse includes pushing, grabbing, punching and kicking.  This occurs much less often than verbal abuse.

Injustice or unfairness

These are situations where you have not been treated fairly.  An example is when someone fails to carry out his or her promise.  You may also get angry if you feel that someone else is being mistreated.

Trauma

When some thing horrible happens to a person they can experience anger. Anger can relate to a sense of injustice or act as a defence to keep others away. If you have experienced a traumatic incident and are struggling to cope then consult your GP and seek psychological help.

All these things and more can lead us to feeling angry and perhaps reacting in a way that we may regret later. If you would like to learn some ways in which you can manage your anger click here

If you would like to learn about anger from experienced professionals, then you can enrol onto our anger management course. You need to be registered with a Newcastle GP